Cardiovascular Registered Nurse | Radiology

Cardiovascular Registered Nurse | Radiology

Lancaster, South Carolina

Cardiovascular Registered Nurse | Radiology

Nursing

Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists

Full Time

Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Job Description Summary

Are you a skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for cardiovascular care and procedural nursing? We're seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Cardiovascular Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll provide exceptional patient care before, during, and after a variety of cardiovascular and interventional procedures while working alongside physicians and a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. If you thrive in a collaborative setting, enjoy critical thinking, and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care, we'd love to meet you.

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type?

Regular

Cost Center

CC001474 LAN - Diagnostic Radiology (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

In this rewarding role, you'll care for patients throughout a variety of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, combining your clinical expertise, critical thinking, and compassionate care to ensure the best possible outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Provide exceptional pre-, intra-, and post-procedure nursing care.
• Monitor patients undergoing cardiovascular and interventional procedures.
• Assist physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and contrast agents safely.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms (EKGs) and respond quickly to changes in patient condition.
• Recognize and manage medical emergencies, including contrast reactions and cardiac events.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians, technologists, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring patient safety and quality standards.

Procedures Supported

• Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE)
• Cardiac Stress Testing
• Biopsies
• Arthrograms
• Interventional Radiology procedures
• MRI Pacemaker Monitoring
• Intravenous (IV) Starts
• Catheter Placements

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: Associate's Degree required. Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
• Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
• Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
• Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
• Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
• Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.